Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode In this bonus episode, we discuss the new course to come out of the Spiritual Psychology of Acting – Active Embodiment. We chat about what is and give all the details of how you can study it. Request the Free Active Embodiment Intro Recording: https://spiritualpsychologyofacting.com/courses/active-embodiment-online-intro-class/ Active Embodiment Live Online Training Course: https://spiritualpsychologyofacting.com/courses/active-embodi...
Sep 25, 2024•15 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode We conclude our third season of the podcast by chatting to the brilliant, Richard Brake. If you don’t recognise the name, you will most definitely recognise the face as Richard has starred in a ton of movies and tv series over the last 20 years. After landing a supporting role in Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins , Richard began to break out in the 2005 film Doom , Steven Spielberg’s Munich, and Hannibal Rising. Since then, he’s had a...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week’s episode is the final part of our mini-series on Transactional Analysis so if you haven’t listened to the previous three parts, do go back and check those out before listening to this one. Our final part is all about Life Scripts – the unconscious life plans we pick up in childhood, often without even knowing it. We’ll be breaking down the different types of Scripts, find out the characteristics of each of them and how they...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode Have you ever found yourself in a conversation that feels strangely familiar, like you’re following a script you’ve played out a hundred times before? Do you ever wonder why certain interactions with others leave you feeling frustrated, confused, or even infuriated? What if I told you that these patterns are part of a hidden game – one you might not even realise you’re playing? In part three of our mini-series on Transactional Analysi...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we are continuing our mini-series on Transactional Analysis – a powerful tool for understanding human behaviour and communication. We build here on the concepts we looked at in last week’s episode so if you haven’t listened to that already go back and familiarise with it before launching into this one. In this episode we cover what Transactions are and explore the idea of Strokes – those essential units of human recognition ...
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week, we are kicking off a special four part mini-series diving into the world of Transactional Analysis – a form of social psychology that explores the dynamics of human interactions and those hidden parts of ourselves that often dictate how we behave in life. For this mini-series, we drafted in an expert to help guide us through these next few weeks. Sarah Lowes is a coach and facilitator. She uses Transactional Analysis in her...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we’re crossing the threshold and embarking on a journey through the timeless world of character archetypes. Have you ever wondered why certain characters resonate so deeply with us? Why we find ourselves rooting for the hero, delighted by the trickster, or guided by the mentor? It’s no coincidence that these types of characters appear time and time again. They very often form the backbone of ancient stories and myths that ha...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week features a conversation with American actor, Stephen Park. Stephen has had a varied career working with some of the best directors in the business. After a break out role in Spike Lee’s ‘Do the Right Thing’, Stephen went onto star in the popular 90s sketch comedy In Living Colour, and turned in a scene stealing performance as Mike Yanagita in Fargo. In more recent years, Stephen has worked with Wes Anderson three times- as P...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we are looking at the Chakras – the energetic centres that influence every facet of our being. In our chat, we explore the ways in which the Chakras impact different areas of our lives – from our physical health and emotional well-being to our creative expression and spiritual growth. Whether you’re an actor looking to deepen the connection to your craft, or simply someone looking to find more balance in your day-to-day life...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode They say that actions speak louder than words and we’re putting that to the test this week as we explore the topic of non-verbals, commonly known as body language. Understanding and mastering body language can really help an actor deliver a performance that is rooted in truth and that resonates deeply with the audience. But how do we do unlock the silent power of body language to effectively convey what’s going on inside the character...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode To kick off our third season of the podcast, we chat to the wonderful Brian Patacca. Brian helps actors get what they want without all the struggle. He’s helped 724 actors find representation and is even known as “The Representation Whisperer”. Through his wildly popular online courses (Audition Magnet® and #agentgoals®) and entertaining podcast, Brian teaches actors how to market themselves authentically, use gratitude to open doors,...
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode We're back! John and Jordan catch up with each other and discuss what exciting content is coming in the new season of the podcast. Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheSpiritualPsychologyofActingPodcast If you’d like to get in touch with us, you can do so by emailing podcast@spiritualpsychologyofacting.com If you have any feedback, thoughts, topics you think we should cover in future episodes or questions about the Spiritual Psyc...
Jun 20, 2024•12 min
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode For our final episode of this season, we chat to Grammy award winning singer, Catherine Russell. Catherine is an incredibly talented artist who had a career for a number of years as a backing singer with acts like Steely Dan, Cyndi Lauper, David Bowie and many more, appearing on over 200 albums. In 2006, she released her debut album, Cat, to rave reviews and has since released a further 7 studio albums, two of which were Grammy nomina...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode Creating and developing our own projects is a great way of staying proactive as an actor. But how do we find that initial inspiration? What can we do to unlock the creative potential we all have hidden away? In this final part of our series on Storytelling, we discuss what questions we can ask ourselves to help create meaningful art. From Mozart to Paul McCartney, from William Shakespeare to Phoebe Waller-Bridge – we find out what dri...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode We continue our deep dive into storytelling this week by focusing on the work of Joseph Campbell and what he called ‘The Hero’s Journey’ – a narrative structure found in myths, legends, and stories from diverse cultures all around the world. Drawing on examples from popular plays and films, we discover how it continues to shape the stories that resonate with us all. The Art and Craft of Directing course: https://spiritualpsychologyofa...
Oct 05, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we begin a three-part look into storytelling by examining the world of the director. Whether in theatre or film, what makes a director great? And what similar qualities do we find in great writers? Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheSpiritualPsychologyofActingPodcast Check out the Spiritual Psychology of Acting website: www.spiritualpsychologyofacting.com If you’d like to get in touch with us, you can do so by emailin...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we chat with actor, Martin Delaney. Martin got his break as a youngster, starring in several productions in London’s West End. His 25-year-long career so far has seen him build a diverse body of work – from kids TV to soaps, from Independent film to American blockbusters. In our chat, we discuss Martin’s varied career, the acting journey he’s been on and find out what he’s learnt about the industry along the way. Support us ...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we chat to Accent and Dialect Coach Sarah Valentine. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Sarah has forged a career both in front of and behind the camera. She’s also dedicated her life to learning accents and dialects from all across the globe. Using her unique ‘Valentine Method’, Sarah trains actors to master accents for film and TV roles, most recently working on John Wick 4. Sarah’s Accent Coaching Website: ...
Aug 31, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode Do you ever struggle with procrastination? Do you find yourself getting stuck in negative patterns of thinking? Are you often disappointed that things never seem to go your way? This week, we delve into the fascinating but murky world of Shadow Purposes. In our chat, we discuss why so many of us seem to be drawn to failure, rejection and suffering and find out how we can overcome the obstacles in our life. Support us on Patreon: www.p...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week, we chat to actor, Emerald O’Hanrahan about the world of Audio Drama. After leaving drama school in 2009, Emerald won the Carleton Hobbs Bursary and has since worked extensively with the BBC, featuring in many productions but is perhaps most well-known for playing Emma Grundy in The Archers. As well as having a varied television career, Emerald has also worked for over a decade in Video Games – appearing in Alien: Isolation,...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode Emotions are universal – they transcend language and culture, and we all experience them every day. Why is it then they can often make us feel out of control? Why do we get overly angry or sad about things we think are unimportant to us? Why do our emotions sometimes lead us to act in ways we later regret? For the actor, how can we harness our ability to feel emotion and create truthful characters we can all relate to? In this episode...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode To kick off our second season, we welcome award-winning actor Eddie Marsan. One of the hardest working and most versatile actors in the industry today, Eddie has worked with the likes of Mike Leigh, Martin Scorsese, Guy Ritchie, and Steven Spielberg. Over the course of the last 25 years or so, he has appeared in over 130 films and TV shows as well as nine years spent playing Terry in the Showtime television series ‘Ray Donovan’. Most ...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode It’s our final episode of this current series and this week we delve into the fascinating world of Human Zoology, looking at the work of renowned British zoologist and ethologist, Desmond Morris. In our chat, we explore where we came from as a species, how we adapted to survive, and how understanding our animal nature can enhance our ability to portray truthful, compelling characters. Check out the brand-new Spiritual Psychology of Ac...
May 25, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we welcome another guest to the podcast – British actor, Duncan Hess. Duncan first made a name for himself as a director, working for over 40 years making television for the BBC. Although acting was always his first love, it wasn’t until well into his late 50s that Duncan decided to pursue an acting career professionally. After graduating from Central School of Speech and Drama, Duncan has worked steadily in theatre these pa...
May 18, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode Do you ever find yourself feeling superior or inferior? Are you constantly thinking about the past or the future, or feel the need to label yourself and others? It could be your ego interfering with your life. So, how do we quieten that voice in our head and is the ego all bad? This week, we discuss what the ego is, the role it plays in our life and how we can learn to live with it. Later on in the chat, we discuss why this knowledge ...
May 11, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we welcome our second guest to the podcast – American film and television actor, Bill Coelius. For our American audience, you may recognise Bill’s face as he’s acted in over 50 commercials throughout his career. In our chat we discuss what it’s like auditioning for commercials and being on set, the dos and don’ts of commercial acting and the ethical and moral quandary’s that come with commercials. Aside from that, Bill is al...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode The Joker, Moriarty, Darth Vader, Norman Bates, Sauron, Voldemort…the list of classic villains we all love to hate is endless. Whether in the rise in popularity of true crime stories or in the indelible performances of Oscar winning screen actors, people are obsessed with the dark side of human nature. In this episode, we delve into the psychology of villains, learn the difference between a psychopath and a sociopath, and explore how ...
Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we weigh in on one of the most studied yet misunderstood topics – love. It exists in all cultures around the world, and is the subject of countless movies, novels, pieces of music and artwork throughout human history. In fact, it’s hard to imagine any of us would be here without it. Love is essential for our survival. And yet, our desperate need for love can lead to frustration, vanity, attachment, rejection and other destru...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode This week we welcome our very first guest to the podcast – English film and television actor, Paul Blackthorne. You may recognise him from the superhero drama series Arrow, in which he played the character Quentin Lance for eight years. Making a name for himself in hit television series’ such as ER and 24, Paul has also guest starred on a number of US shows such as CSI, White Collar and Burn Notice. He has had an illustrious career sp...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode The audition is the all-important step for an actor landing the role, whether in person or more commonly now by self-tape - but very often actors dread the process and don’t set themselves up to do a good job. It can be scary stepping into the unknown territory of an audition and it’s easy to feel judged. However, the truth is that being able to audition well is an essential skill to develop for furthering your career as an actor. Joh...
Apr 06, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 3
